Articles by Noel Tarrazona

Philippine troops rescue Filipino ship captain abducted by militants

Philippines: Peace talks with Moro rebels continue despite extremism 'virus'

Filipino Peace Presidential Adviser Jesus Dureza said that extremism is like a "virus" that needs to be addressed openly.

Jun 29, 2017

Philippines aims to be among top 20 business destinations by 2020: Trade minister

The trade minister says that the target to make the Philippines a top business destination will be possible if streamlining of business processes and automation is made a priority.

Jun 29, 2017

Thousands flee amidst military claim of stability in Philippines

Philippines: Government to organize 30 prosecutors to handle trials of Marawi rebels

Justice Secretary Vitaliano Aguirre says the 30 prosecutors will be assigned in two panels with 15 prosecutors each for the speedy resolution of the case.

Jun 28, 2017

Government to give Ramadan cash, food to displaced persons

Overcrowded evacuation centers worries Philippine government

The Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) reported that the number of evacuees registered have ballooned to 80,000 families and still growing.

Jun 28, 2017

Hundreds flee Philippines city of Marawi amid Islamist attacks

Philippines: Muslim community distributes identification card to avoid mix up with militants

Batangas Muslim Community Leader, Junaid Mangandari, said that the ID distribution will serve as identification purposes.

Jun 27, 2017

11 Philippine govt soldiers killed in military air strike on Marawi militants

Maute militants want MILF to intervene to end conflict in Philippines

The MILF is the largest revolutionary organisation in the Philippine with approximately 10,000 armed fighters who struck a peace deal with the Philippine government in 2014.

Jun 27, 2017

Philippines registers 3,290 HIV-AIDS cases anew

According to authorities, the government has to double time in its campaign to educate Filipino millennial before it is too late.

Jun 26, 2017

Philippines' Vice President Leni Robredo

Philippine vice president turns over sewing machines to displaced civilians

Robredo has identified hijab making as one of the livelihood program that displaced civilians could focus on.

Jun 26, 2017

Philippines: Unidentified men shoot drug-suspect as wife screams in horror

The deceased has been identified as Roel Cabinel, 42 years old, and he was facing drug charges at the Quezon City trial court.

Jun 25, 2017

Philippines plans to transform war-torn Marawi City into tourism hub

Tourism Undersecretary, Frederick Alegra, said that the tourism department has already formed a team to draft the plan of transforming Marawi City in a new tourism hub

Jun 25, 2017

Silencing mosques: Israeli ministers pass bill seeking ban on Muslim call to prayer

Philippine Police on high alert ahead of Eid al-Fitr celebrations

The Filipino government declared holiday on Monday as Muslims in the country will observe Eid al – Fitr

Jun 24, 2017

Philippines: Former Justice Secretary faces illegal drug trading charges

Leila De Lima will be facing illegal drug trading charges filed by the Justice Department due to allegations that illegal drugs trading has been rampant in the country's largest prison cell during her term.

Jun 24, 2017

Philippine governor seeks military help to prevent maoist rebels' harassment

Philippines: Provincial governor seeks military help to prevent maoist rebels' harassment

The Philippine government has introduced the PAMANA program, a national plan that will provide infrastructure projects in identified provinces.

Jun 23, 2017

Australia joins ASEAN to suppress ISIS in Southern Philippines

Australian Defense Minister Marise Payne says that the "Philippines accepted our suggestion that two Austrailian Air Force P-3 Orion aircraft will be allowed to operate in Mindanao as the battle is going on in Marawi City."

Jun 23, 2017

Philippines: Government to give Ramadan cash, food to displaced persons

Ramadan is the ninth month of the Muslim year where Islam faithfuls observe strict fasting from morning to late afternoon.

Jun 22, 2017

4 Philippine companies face tax evasion charges

The Philippine's tax agency notified the companies of their reported tax liabilities but failed to protest and pay the delinquent accounts.

Jun 22, 2017

Philippines needs 14,000 policemen to address terror threats

Applicants were encouraged to visit the PNP Online Recruitment Application system to be properly guided on how to undergo the selection process.

Jun 21, 2017

Philippines: LT group of companies sees expansion in Southeast Asia

Michaeal Tan, LT Group of companies Director, says it is looking at their beverage business to expand in the ASEAN region.

Jun 21, 2017

Philippines to borrow USD 1.7bn to accelerate infrastructural development

The announcement came when the Bureau of Treasury told the public that the government is finding ways to address the budget deficit next year.

Jun 20, 2017

Philippines: Displaced civilians begin eating boxes, leaves due to food shortage

The Filipino military continues to launch airstrikes and artillery shells on rebels positions and it claims there are at least hundred militants left in Marawi City.

Jun 19, 2017

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